Category: Off-Grid
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Blog Launch Day
07/01/2024 Historically, July 1 has been the day we celebrate the dogs’ birthdays. I don’t know their actual birthdays, but I know they were born somewhere near this date. Dutchy is now 6, and Auggie is 12(!) Today we have another reason to celebrate: Blog Launch Day! And the name of the blog is…. Lurko Read more
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We’re Hot
06/20/24 Since returning from our air-conditioned vacation, we’ve had cloud cover most of the week. On some days the battery can only charge up to 50-60 percent, which means our 5000 watt battery only has 2000 watts available to us when you factor in only being able to run the battery down to 20%. And Read more
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Things We’ve Learned After Living Off-Grid in Mexico for 3 Weeks
01/20/24 We’ve learned…how to wash a load of clothes using a plunger and a bucket. Then I graduated to a mop bucket that includes a wringer. Helps get my steps in! We’ve also learned: Read more
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Thanksgiving, on keto, in Mexico
We have now completed our second week of living in Mexico! Read more
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The Build, Part One
07/06/23 We bought the land in April 2023. After the paperwork was completed and the money was transferred, we started building in June. By “we” I mean Sabino, who built my parents’ house 20 years ago. His son Robin was the architect, so he and I texted back and forth on WhatsApp (and Google Translate, Read more
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We’re Moving … to Mexico
06/24/23 Ok, I guess it’s time to spill the beans. Last month I bought a piece of dirt, about a mile from my parents, who as many of you know live just north of Puerto Vallarta. Today, that piece of dirt has officially begun its transformation into Casa Buenavista, my new home. It’s really happening. Read more
